2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · HV65 ABO
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 12/09/2015. Recorded mileage 116,851 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,851 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2015
- Engine
- 1999cc
HV65 ABO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 22/09/2026
- 116,851 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery Sport (L550)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
HV65 ABO Mileage History
- 15/09/202271,840 mi
- 02/10/202384,275 mi+12,435 mi
- 04/09/202495,789 mi+11,514 mi
- 02/09/2025107,286 mi+11,497 mi
- 22/09/2026116,851 mi+9,565 mi
Average of roughly 11,201 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HV65 ABO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (HV65 ABO) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed Engine oil level low. Engine noisy. (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
Common Problems: LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch (The "Slap")(Serious)
The 2.0 diesel engine suffers from premature timing chain wear, often called "timing chain slap" as the chain stretches and hits the guides. This is primarily caused by oil dilution from interrupted DPF regenerations thinning the lubricant.
- Oil Dilution & Early Service Warning(Serious)
Interrupted DPF regenerations cause diesel to leak into the oil sump. When calculated dilution reaches 6% to 7%, the "Service Required" warning is triggered, often as early as 6,000–8,000 miles regardless of the official 21k-mile interval.
- Panoramic Roof and Boot Water Ingress(Moderate)
Blocked drains and poor sealing can lead to wet carpets and electrical faults.
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